Prayer for Israeli Soldiers

Invoking God's protection for the members of the Israel Defense Forces.

He Who blessed our forefathers Abraham, Isaac and Jacob -- may He bless the fighters of the Israel Defense Forces, who stand guard over our land and the cities of our God, from the border of the Lebanon to the desert of Egypt, and from the Great Sea unto the approach of the Aravah, on the land, in the air, and on the sea.

May the Almighty cause the enemies who rise up against us to be struck down before them. May the Holy One, Blessed is He, preserve and rescue our fighters from every trouble and distress and from every plague and illness, and may He send blessing and success in their every endeavor.

May He lead our enemies under our soldiers’ sway and may He grant them salvation and crown them with victory. And may there be fulfilled for them the verse: For it is the Lord your God, Who goes with you to battle your enemies for you to save you.

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Visitor Comments: 142

(129)
Pia,
August 10, 2014 4:20 AM

Praying for God's protection on all IDF & Israel - Always and Forever

(128)
Jeff Sharron,
August 4, 2014 3:46 PM

Thank God for the brave soldiers of the IDF

May God lift the hearts and spirits of the brave and peace loving people of the state of Israel in these trying times. Thank God for the restraint showed by Israel's leaders and for their fortitude to make the hard choices when the enemy left them without any alternatives. Know that the blood of the innocents on both sides is on the hands of the enemy and not on those who are charged with defending their homeland. Know that much of what you hear from the American media criticizing Israel falls upon deaf ears and will never, ever shake the confidence of those that believe that the current actions are just and warranted. Peace and Love to God's chosen people. You will prevail in every way.

(127)
Mary White,
July 31, 2014 2:23 AM

I have an IDF soldier Omer, son of Ditza. In his honor I have donated to the MDA and the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews. I pray for Omer and Israel every day and on the Sabbath I light a candle for him. Israel Strong!

RonniePleet,
August 1, 2014 3:40 PM

Praying for safe return

(126)
meshulem,
July 29, 2014 4:47 AM

B'Shalom

AM YISRAEL CHAI

(125)
Claudia,
July 28, 2014 12:08 AM

Support from the USA

I am a Christian, however I am praying for Israel! Many believe as I do- knowing that Israel is God's chosen people. My heart is with you from across the sea. Love from the US.

(124)
Randall,
July 27, 2014 6:40 PM

Ditto

My prayers join with yours Israel, and my $upport too!

(123)
Linda Levy,
July 27, 2014 2:19 AM

G-d Bless Israel

G-d Bless Israel & Our Soldiers

(122)
Anonymous,
July 24, 2014 2:21 PM

I pray that God will protect and guard Israel, we stand with you in this difficult time.

God Bless Israel

(121)
Romeo,
July 24, 2014 6:30 AM

Protect them...

May the Almighty protect the soldiers of Israel from the modern-day amalekites whose only desire is to eliminate your chosen people. Secure them under Your Mighty Wings that no more harm may fall upon them.

(120)
Sylvia Halfon,
July 23, 2014 4:10 PM

Prayers for our Israéli soldiers

I pray from the bottom of my heart for our Israeli soldiers and hope they will finish this war safely GOD BLESS THEM !!!Sylvia (sorry if my English is not good enough)

Neicee,
July 25, 2014 10:10 PM

Perfect

Sylvia, I think your message in English is perfect. I share in your prayer.

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Jacob,
July 23, 2014 12:37 AM

Unity, determination & Emuna

Hashem, help us in these difficult hours. Bring back our soldiers safely, and let our opponents have mercy on their own offspring.

ORNA,
July 23, 2014 2:31 PM

NICELY SAID AND SO TRUE TO OUR OWN RELIGION THAT WE ALSO THINK OF MERCY TO OUR ENEMIES. THIS IS THE BEAUTY OF OUR FAITH

(118)
pkipnis,
July 22, 2014 11:07 PM

May they all come home safely

Please recite this prayer when you go to bed and when you rise up. When you sit down to eat and when you finish your meal. OUR cousins,sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers are fighting an enemy who thinks death is the solution to it's problems. May Ha'shem wrap them in Schenna.. safe from bullets and bombs and bring them home safely to their loved ones.

(117)
winnie wright,
July 22, 2014 7:45 PM

What can a 75 year old woman in Scotland do. I pray. I fly the star of David and I wear The star of David what else can I do. May G D bless you all. Avalon

(116)
Isaac,
July 22, 2014 4:00 PM

Decision time for Israel

Israel today is caught between a rock and a hard place--meaning smashing Hamas and mulling over arab civilian casualities in Gaza. There are no two ways about it. The only way Israel is going to win is to launch an all out war against the goons in Gaza. Collateral damage and casualities are inevitable. The more Israrl hesitates, the more Hamas is going to gloat. Prime Minister Netanyahu and his cabinet must not listen to the voices of those in the so called international community to bring about a cease fire in Gaza. The fire must cease only after the IDF annihilates Hamas. May Ha Shem make Hamas bow before Israel. May he make every soldier of the IDF swifter than eagles and stronger than lions.

Caleb,
July 23, 2014 12:31 AM

I concur. Complete the Task.

Israel must defeat Hamas down to the last individual. No cease-fire. Unconditional surrender or total destruction. Gaza must be annexed so future generations of Israelis and Palestinians can live together under the protection of Israel.

Jacob,
July 23, 2014 12:35 AM

could not agree more

spot on. this is not the time to let ourselves be intimidated by the international community, or Hamas and its cynical PR strategy.

(115)
Independent,
July 22, 2014 3:36 PM

From the Psalms

"Let God arise and let His enemies be scattered,let them also that hate Him flee before Him".

(114)
Anonymous,
July 22, 2014 3:22 AM

The world should wake up

I pray and hope that we in the USA rise up and support our friend Israel.

(113)
Yvonne,
July 21, 2014 9:20 PM

Please pray for the fallen IDF soldiers

My son returned from the states to stand beside his brothers.I pray no more lives are lost.Please pray for all who are effected by this conflict.

Linda Bendele,
July 22, 2014 10:49 PM

prayers

Im praying for soldiers on IDF, I am also praying for the family of the lone soldier from Brownsville, TX. I pray for your shalom. Linda

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Antonio Perez,
July 21, 2014 5:10 PM

May HaShem go before the IDF

May He send hornets and ambushments against Israel's enemies. May He cause them confusion and may they turn on each other. My He make the way clear before the IDF. May we confess our sin to Him and repent and turn back to Him with our whole heart. May the victory be His and may we rejoice in Him and the safe return of our sons to their bases and homes and families. Amen.

(111)
Betty,
July 21, 2014 5:27 AM

God Bless each Israeli soldier

I pray for your soldiers and your country and people everyday! As I toured Israel last October I was shoulder to shoulder with many soldiers! I was struck by how young and innocent they looked and so surprised to learn that both men and women are required to serve their country when they turn 18. I felt safe with them in my presence! When I hear the devastating news that many were killed today, my heart breaks for them and their families! There are many, many Christians praying for you in the states and even though our president can't stand with you, WE DO!!!!!!!

Sara,
July 21, 2014 8:11 AM

Thank you

Thank you. We need more like you!

Susan,
July 22, 2014 6:50 PM

there are so many more....

Every single day in the States thousands upon thousands of believers think about you and pray for you. We pray on the telephone with our friends in other countries as well. We are committed to standing by Israel at all cost. We are appalled at Kerry, Obama, and the long succession in our govt. that have not supported Israel. We are praying for them, too. Shalom to you.

(110)
Denise Rouben,
July 21, 2014 12:28 AM

Amen!

(109)
Alex Jameson,
July 20, 2014 11:41 PM

Replace hatred with love

I pray for my friends in Jerusalem that they will be kept safe from harm. I pray for Israel's defenders for their safety and success in the field. I pray for Israel's leaders that they will be guided by G-d in their decision-making. And I pray for all on both sides that hatred may be replaced by love. Amen

(108)
Daisy Harari Mayer,
July 20, 2014 7:04 PM

Wars

I born in Egypt and during the suez and I know how it is to have bombs over our head we have many family in Israel, so with all our prayers we have too this prayers you sent to us. We will say it every day and thank you for your messages in aish.com.Am IsraelChai, we the Jewish we are the light of the world.

(107)
Lilach WInterfeld,
July 20, 2014 5:52 PM

Please add my daughter to your list of soldiers

Chaya Rachel bat Lilach serving in a combat unit in the south

Anonymous,
July 20, 2014 7:28 PM

Your Daughter's Name

Bli neder, I will add your daughter's name to my Tefillos when lighting candles on Erev Shabbos. It is the least I can do for such a brave young woman.

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jacob,
July 20, 2014 3:54 PM

Powerful prayer

Hashem, hear your prayers! Let us stand united against Amalek! Let the enemies of Isreal see the error of their ways!Bring back our soldier safely!

Amen

(105)
debi,
July 20, 2014 3:15 PM

May Hashem grant us and all that is ours(Israel) victory over our enemies.

(104)
Anonymous,
July 20, 2014 1:40 PM

Amazing and amen!

This is excellent and I will be passing it along! Thank you so much for posting this!

(103)
Linda,
July 15, 2014 2:02 AM

Support IDF

I pray this prayer daily for these soldiers. May Hashem keep them safe.

(102)
cindy graham,
July 14, 2014 4:03 AM

G-D Bless israel and the idf

I am Christian and I am truly praying for Israel, The hand ofG-D will always be with Israel . I will always support the idf. More blessing and supernatural blessing to Israel...I love you israel

Sarah,
July 20, 2014 4:51 PM

Thank you, Cindy and Liz!

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Liz,
July 9, 2014 3:51 PM

Shalom

I am not Jewish, I am Christian, I am praying that God will bring peace to Israel, I am explaining to my Christian friends how biased against Israel some of the media coverage is, and asking them to pray too. Justice not Vengeance.

Bianca,
July 15, 2014 6:27 AM

Thank you, Liz!

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rita ro,
July 9, 2014 11:13 AM

Shalom Israel!

God bless Israel, people and soldiers in this difficult time! ? ? ???

(99)
Linda,
July 9, 2014 2:27 AM

prayer for Israel

I prayed tonight for Isreal and the IDF.

(98)
Randy,
June 19, 2014 4:37 AM

Blessings as we pursue kidnappers

May Hashem bless the soldiers and leaders of the IDF as they work tirelessly to retrieve the three captured teenagers.

(97)
Gabriella Bodis,
March 28, 2014 5:37 AM

G-d bless

God bless us all !!!

(96)
leo napoli,
November 20, 2012 5:06 PM

Shalom Israel

May G-D BLESS ISRAEL. with protection,provision,prosperity,and peace. Blessed be the L-RD G-D of Israel.

(95)
Barry Jacobs,
November 20, 2012 12:34 AM

Prayer for Israel, citizens and soldiers

I pray with all my heart, my soul and my might that this war will
be over quickly. I pray for Israel, its citizens, and its soldiers.
No other country would allow the exact circumstances on their land, and nether should Israel, nor should Israel apologize to anyone for its survival! Am Israel Chai!

(94)
Mily,
November 19, 2012 4:04 AM

Its recomended to say tehilim for our brothers and sisters in Israel 43, 83, 130 and 143 please every day. All together we can see miracles. Please pray it only takes five minutes. Thanks

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chaim,
November 19, 2012 1:08 AM

My Dear brothers.

Are hearts are with you my dear brothers and sisters we are with you fighting any way we now how. With prayers with love we are with you in are hearts there you are O Israel.

(92)
H M,
November 18, 2012 8:16 PM

May the Jews everywhere have peace

ALL should pray for a final end to the vile
hate that is being further from all our enemies.

(91)
jennifer,
November 18, 2012 3:59 PM

We Stand with You Under the Power of the One True Lord

Our prayers and hopes for the sovereign nation of Israel are continually brought before God. There are many of us in the United States (and world) that support and rejoice in your covenant with the Lord. Please see that the darkness wants you to feel forgotten and rejected. You are NOT!!! The true Power will guide and keep you.

(90)
Kurdish boy,
September 13, 2012 10:19 PM

Long Live Israel

Long live Israel. Land of hope and glory. The beacon of freedom. Greetings & good wishes from Kurdistan region of Iraq. Shalom

Anonymous,
November 17, 2012 4:31 AM

I pray for Israel that God will continue to Bless you and keep you in His hands. I pray for the Israeli military forces and the good people they are protecting.

God bless Israel and His people.

(89)
toini,
February 21, 2012 9:02 PM

lsrael, Hashem is fighting for us.

Let us hold hands together and pray.Our Father in heaven is putting enemies under our feet. Israel be strong.

(88)
roza,
February 18, 2012 4:20 AM

we love you israel and are pround of you!

we love you israel ,here in romania and we are so proud of you!mayGOD bless you and keep you in peace and prosperity forever!

(87)
Nicholas Godfrey,
December 21, 2011 3:13 PM

A Prayer for the State of Israel

A Prayer for the State of Israel
Our Heavenly Father , Rock and Redeemer of the people Israel: Bless the State of Israel,
with its promise of redemption. Shield it with your love; spread over it the shelter of
your peace. Guide its leaders and advisors with your light and your truth. Help them
with your good counsel. Strengthen the hands of those who defend our Holy Land.
Deliver them; crown their efforts with triumph. Bless the land with peace and its
inhabitants with lasting joy. And let us say: Amen.

(86)
m,
October 11, 2011 3:21 PM

I LOVE YOU ISRAEL

WILL PRAY FOR THE ISRAEL SOLDIERS DAILY BY THE MATERIAL PROVIDED BY YOU. THANKS AND REGARDS
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
SHALOM FROM INDIA

ALEE,
November 16, 2012 12:34 PM

PRAYS SENT

I STAND WITH MY FATHER AND BROTHER IN HEAVEN AND WITH ISRAEL

(85)
Mikey,
August 2, 2011 1:04 AM

There is also a Jewish prayer for US military

http://www.ou.org/public/statements/2001/PrayerForSoldiers.htm

(84)
John D. Walton,
May 29, 2011 11:41 PM

God Bless the great state of Israel and all that protect her.

The forces of evil that come against Israel shall one day burn up like fire to never be remembered again

(83)
Ben,
May 8, 2011 3:01 PM

Saying Tehillim for Israeli Soldiers

I believe it is good to say a chapter of Tehillim for them as well.
This is my personal story of why I say Tehillim for the soldiers
http://travelingrabbi.com/2011/05/08/a-prayer-for-israeli-soldiers/

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patricia and edward jones,
April 1, 2011 8:25 AM

Prayers for Israeli soldiers

WE WHOLLY SUPPORT ISRAEL AND THE IDF AND PRAY THAT GOD WILL KEEP THEM SAFE FROM IGNORANCE AND HATRED THAT IS BEING METED OUT TO THEM BY THEIR FANATICAL ENEMIES.

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Anav Ben-Yehudah,
March 30, 2011 9:50 PM

To pray for an IDF soldier and all of Israel's military forces

Thank you for this, now I'll be able to include this in my daily tefillah. And I would to have a name(s) of men or women serving in our arm forces.

(80)
fred,
March 28, 2011 8:07 AM

We Pray For Israel And Her IDF From America

We love Israel and prayer for her daily, from an American in Utah

(79)
John Lentz,
March 27, 2011 9:15 PM

G-d bless the IDF

G-d bless the IDF and the people of israel.

(78)
shadad halim,
August 21, 2010 8:54 PM

Blessings for IDF

Beloved soldiers of God Almighty, may his blessings follow you everywhere, indeed we're much indebted to all your sacrifices, but we'll wake up others to this reality as well, since sadly, ignorance is everywhere.

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howard martin,
April 20, 2010 6:34 PM

i was in the 1982 lebbonon war i was on a kibbutz for 2 years then i volunteered 2 be a lonely solder chael boded i pray every day of my life for the solders today and the ones who did not come home in past wars,god blees givarti 432 and 424 god be with you alwayslove you all

(76)
Brian,
June 28, 2009 2:20 PM

Great new interface!

Please link the two prayers for soldiers together again - like before.

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Anonymous,
May 31, 2009 11:42 PM

We alawys Pray for ISRAEL

You have a friend here in Indonesia, We always pray for IDF. GBU

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RACHEL,
May 2, 2009 9:51 PM

G-D BLESS THE IDF

WE , HERE IN AMERICA, PRAY EVERYDAY FOR YOU,SOLDIERS AND DEFENDERS OF ISRAEL, THIS GREAT NATION UNDER G-D.WE WILL PROTECTED KNOWING THAT YOU ARE AT THE FOREFRONT OF THIS BATTLE AGAINST THESE BARBARS.LET ALLMIGHTY PROTECT YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE.
MY GRANDDAUGHTER FROM NEWYORK JOINED THE IDF AND IS SERVING NOW IN THE TANKDIVISION IN GAZA.
G-D BLESS YOU.
LOVE
RACHEL&LEONID

(73)
Dan Rusen,
April 2, 2009 12:43 PM

Support the IDF

Every person living in peace in a western democracy should pray for the IDF. They are the only really dependable bulwark against the ignorant, hatefilled, misogynist, and murderous Islamic hordes.

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Y'Didyah,
January 28, 2009 3:20 PM

God bless IDF

May the God of Israel's fore fathers protect His Beloved (Israel & IDF) like the pupil of His eyes & hide them in the safe shadow of His mighty wings.
Shalom from Papua New Guinea
Y'Didyah

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lew,
January 21, 2009 12:37 AM

blessings from a supportive gentile in Canada

May Almighty G-d ever stand guard at your gates and shelter your people with the peace of heavan. My sincere prayers are said daily for your protection against all evil that would come against your land.

(70)
Jennifer Betham-Lang,
January 19, 2009 8:10 PM

Blessings to our own

May courage and strength fill our people during this time. May peace overcome this unspeakable evil done against Israel, as too many turn their eyes from the truth.

(69)
Werner,
January 18, 2009 12:49 PM

God bless the glorious IDF!

(68)
Mauri Tuomisto,
January 17, 2009 10:29 AM

Shalom from Finland.Power to Israeli soldiers.

(67)
Alison,
January 16, 2009 10:25 PM

a wish for your safety and success

Thank you to all the soldiers who are fighting the evil in the world. My heart is with you and I pray for your safety and success. Hugs from a Jewish mother in California!

(66)
nika,
January 15, 2009 11:40 PM

G-d bless Israel

Thank you, brave sons and daughters of Israel! You are on the front line not only fighting for your great State but for all democratic world (too bad this world is blind to see it sometimes). THANK YOU! and may L-rd protect you! Colorado USA

(65)
Linda Lawson Miller,
January 15, 2009 2:23 PM

Thank you!

Thank you for this list of 7 practical ways to support Israel. May the Lord hear the cries of His people and rescue them by His mighty hand. Israel, we support you! Though you may not know us, you are not alone in the world...there are many standing alongside you in prayer to the Holy One!

(64)
Carol-CA.,
January 15, 2009 11:58 AM

Most Americans Support Israel

My prayer for Israel, is a prayer of victory showing the world your strength and courage when the Lord is on your side.

(63)
patty,
January 13, 2009 9:05 AM

G-d Bless You All

May G-d bless the IDF and all those who serve Israel faithfully . May this victory set the stage for peace from the Almighty.

(62)
Ralph E. Tilley,
January 13, 2009 5:16 AM

Our prayers are with you

May G-d bless you the decendents of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob as you defend the land of Isrrael. Hamas must be defeated at all cost.Our prayers will be unceasintg. Shaloam, Ralph E. Tilley

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Anonymous,
January 12, 2009 7:15 PM

Our Lord Will Always keep Israel and They're Troop protected

I keep on praying for the safesty of all Israelites...The Lords Gardian Angels be around your. Blessed be the G_d of Israel. Amen.

(60)
Bong Tumaque,
January 11, 2009 10:57 PM

ISRAEL,We stand beside you

im a Filipino who love and stand for Isarel. We are praying for you. I blow my shofar every morning as my gesture and believe for the victory for the nation of Israel.

(59)
Anonymous,
January 11, 2009 8:12 PM

Peace

May you have peace, forever and always. We are with you.

(58)
mary lou,
January 11, 2009 4:48 PM

May a hedge of Holy Angels surround you

I pray for the G-d of this universe, the G-d of Israel, Isaac & Joseph, will send a hedge of angels to protect the IDF soldiers and all the people of Israel.

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John & Katie,
January 11, 2009 1:57 PM

G_D keep you all:

May the G_D of Abraham, Isaac, and of Jacob continue to keep HIS hand of love
and mercy upon all of Israel. All of the soldiers fighting there and our US soldiers in Iraq and Afghanastan too. Oh mighty FATHER and CREATOR of all, I pray you save, heal, deliver & protect all those who fight for the good and right of this world. Keep all of us in
YOUR loving hand. G_D be praised in all things. Amen. Shalom.

(56)
sheila minnich,
January 11, 2009 1:00 PM

I believe in the power of prayer

May He who blesses all of Israel watch over its soldiers and grant them a successful peace.

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Anonymous,
January 11, 2009 12:07 PM

prayer

may their be peace, please bless the Isreal soldiers so they may live a long & blessed life, and for every one in the Middle East.

(54)
Anonymous,
January 9, 2009 8:03 PM

God Bless You

God bless Israeli soldiers and their Family. Destroy the enemy, I will always pray for all of you...

(53)
Penny Roberts,
January 9, 2009 6:39 PM

American support Israel

I wanted to send my support to the Israeli soldiers. I hope this email gets to them. I believe what Israel is doing is right. They have been tormented by Hamas too long. I wish America would join them in gaining control over these terrorists. Gaza was given as a peaceful gesture, but only violence is returned. I pray for Israel, for all the Israeli soldiers and believe they will be victorious. God bless Israel and may he protect her from all evil. God bless the Israeli army and their families for being brave and enduring for the good of God's Country and for fighting this terrible evil. Please share this with any and all Israeli soldiers. Also, please know that I am not Jewish. I am Christian. I support Israel because they continue to be victimized with bombs and missels from Hamas. This is evil and must be stopped. Your soldiers are heroes!

(52)
Joyful,
January 9, 2009 4:14 AM

One day....

Hashem will vindicate you for all the world to see and you will take your rightful place amongst the nations as the head not the tail. Bless you heaps from Australia

(51)
violasimcha,
January 9, 2009 2:02 AM

From Poland, Krakow - blessings for Israel, may God will give you the victory!

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Rufino Lin,
January 8, 2009 6:06 PM

God Bless the Israeli Defence Force

The cause is just, the enemy is real! It is only you the IDF that stand between the Arabs and the extermination of the Jewish People... May the God of Abraham, Isaac & Jacob be with you...

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Anonymous,
January 8, 2009 4:17 PM

As a citizen of Israel

I thank you all for your support, prayers and for the strength you give to the people of Israel and to the IDF soldeirs.AMEN.

(48)
Herman,
January 8, 2009 2:19 PM

I have been praying....

And will continue to pray for you Israel. Sending my love in prayers from the Netherlands

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George,
January 8, 2009 9:43 AM

Prayer for Israel and particularly the soldier's protection

As a indian christian and member of Christians United For Israel, regularly praying for Israel's protection and particulary the soldiers in gaza(land,air and naval forces). May the God of Abraham,Isaac and Jacob send His angels to guard Israel and her brave men and women (the army of God) from enemiy's attack. Printed phamphlets are being circulated in our local churches for special prayer. Local christian TV channel is continuously telecasting the special prayer request for Israel. Whatever happens, God is in control of everything. Israel is under the wings of the Almighty. No weapons formed against Israel will prosper. God Himself is the Shield of Israel. Shalom

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graham stephens,
January 8, 2009 3:41 AM

as an Australian Christian my prayers go out to all of Israel people and its brave solders. May the Lord bless you all with victory and a safe return to your families

(45)
Ephraim,
January 7, 2009 9:42 PM

I will always Stand

Hashem Shomer Israel

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Sune Nilsson,
January 7, 2009 11:46 AM

god bles israeli soldiers and their Family

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sonia soans,
January 7, 2009 11:44 AM

he who watches over israel shall neither slumber nor sleep

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Raisa,
January 7, 2009 11:41 AM

Raisa M.

May the Lord bless you and keep you Israel. May the Lord shine His face upon you. And may the Lord give you eternal peace.
You have may friends who love you and are praying for you and yours. For tears swell my eyes at your suffering. But only for a little while. Then all shall ask "WHO IS YOUR GOD THAT HAS DELIVERED YOU FROM THIS EVIL?

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Alex,
January 7, 2009 6:42 AM

To win terror....it's possible, Israel show us the way it is

We hope Israel "will make them all".
From Russia with love.

(40)
Yael,
January 6, 2009 9:52 PM

My prayers, night and day are with the soldiers and all who live in Israel.

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SARAH CHANTAL,
January 6, 2009 8:58 PM

G-D BLESS YOU ALL.

Forward the prayer to as many people possible
May Hashem protect all the children of Israel and keep those brave soldiers from harm and bring them success. I have sent the above prayer to all the people of my mailing list so they may send it and we shall all pray for Israel's success and the safety of its inhabitants and brave soldiers. Amen

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Esther,
January 6, 2009 5:23 PM

God bless you...Israel...

...now you brothers, like Isaac, are children of promise...
" so, Iam confident in the LORD that you will take no other view.The one who is throwing you into confusion will pay the penalty , whoever he may be.." Blessing All Israel..and God bless you..with love, ester

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Mariana,
January 6, 2009 1:28 PM

May you all be kept under His wing

I am from South Africa and my heart aches when I hear my government judging Israel. My prayers are with the precious soldiers and their safety. If I could, I would have been a volunteer somewhere where I would be needed,to show my support as well. May our mighty G-d be with every precious soul of His people in Israel.

I live in Moscow, Russia. With greatest respect and in awe I watch on TV how soldiers of Israel are fighting terrorists. May Israel win and soldiers be safe.

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franca spizzichino,
January 6, 2009 10:25 AM

May lord be with you!!!

Father beshamaim please be with all our people in Israel our land and the land of our fathers Abrams, Jacob and Isaac. My hearth is you with it's litlle thing, may God be with our soldiers and may them return at home safely with victory amen!!!!Kadimah Israel
Franca Spizzichino

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Stella,
January 6, 2009 9:23 AM

Pry for our solders. Stop all suffering for people of Israel

God Bless every Israeli solder. May Ha-Shem give you strength and protect you from any, any harm and illness!!! May Ha-Shem give strength to you mothers and bring hope to them! May our enemies run and be all defeated!!!! Amen!

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Anonymous,
January 6, 2009 7:00 AM

May the God of Abraham,yitchak and Yaakov,The Holy One Bleessed be He,May He Blesss The People Of Israel,The Land And the Soldiers and protect them in this troubled times.

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Anonymous,
January 5, 2009 11:45 AM

May Israel Win Your friends are with you

May the great god be kind to the brave israeli soldier. May he also be kind that israel knows quickly who their friends are through thick & thin & who their enemies are. I wish success for the israeli people.

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Gabi Fainzaig,
January 5, 2009 7:07 AM

Sacrifices

Iam not a believer, at least not in a religeous way. I was born in Argentina and moved to Israel. For reasons they don't come to this story I'm back in Buenos Aires but my hart, my mind and soul are in Israel. Attached to the israeli radio and reading every story related to the fate of our soldiers and citizens of Israel.
I have a question since our people have had to pass so many tests to probe our loyalty to God, how many more will be enough? Have did we not suffered and being tested enough so far?
My thanks for your support for our soldiers and people of Israel

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Noemie Oziel,
January 4, 2009 6:01 PM

Forward the prayer to as many people possible

May Hashem protect all the children of Israel and keep those brave soldiers from harm and bring them success. I have sent the above prayer to all the people of my mailing list so they may send it and we shall all pray for Israel's success and the safety of its inhabitants and brave soldiers. Amen

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Anonymous,
January 4, 2009 4:25 PM

Pray for our soldiers, pray for our people

Keeping Tehillim beside me, may G-d keep the soldiers safe and may He be their General Who leads them to victory swiftly and safely. May the wounded have a speedy and complete recovery. May there be no more fallen chayalim, may G-d comfort the family of the chayal who fell today.
Please add information to your article telling us whether it is permitted to say the prayer in Hebrew with the shem H-shem. Thank you.

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jc,
January 4, 2009 2:59 PM

israel soldiers will defeat these demons and people of hatred , and peace will come be vigilant .

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Mihai Poliek,
January 4, 2009 5:42 AM

AM YISRAEL HAI !

Eternal glory to T.A.H.A.L. soldiers, utmost respect and honour to them, their supporting families and all the people of Israel !!! The Jewish soul will fill the universe forever !!!!

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Ellen,
January 4, 2009 4:28 AM

Prayers for our soldiers

Please pray for all of our sons who are now fighting to finally destroy Hamas. May they all return home to us safely.

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NELDA,
January 4, 2009 12:28 AM

SAY THE SHEMA

PLEASE SAY THE SHEMA FOR THE IDF. MAY GOD BLESS ISRAEL!!!LONG LIVE ISRAEL!!!

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DeeDee Jagenberg-Trout,
January 3, 2009 9:16 PM

My prayers for Israel

May Hashem Bless Israel and keep the people safe. May there be an end to the conflict.

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benjamin,
January 3, 2009 8:32 PM

AMEN

AMEN AMEN AND AMENNNNN !!

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Anonymous,
January 3, 2009 5:45 PM

My prayers are with Yisrael

As the mother of an American soldier in Iraq I understand the need for our reliance on the prayers of others. Yisrael's right to defend itsself is absolute. I pray for the protection of HaShem for all your military and for all the civillians in the path of the terroists. For all who understand pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

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Anonymous,
January 3, 2009 4:21 PM

my son is in gaza now

please keep him safe !

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Charles Roberge,
January 3, 2009 3:24 PM

To Israle soldiers

GOD be with you.

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michael,
January 3, 2009 3:22 PM

All of Israel is with you!

We all love you and are so proud of you. Fulfill your mission in Gaza and come home safely!

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Randy Shiner,
January 3, 2009 3:02 PM

Gd Bless The Boys In Gaza

Gd bless the IDF as they go to defend the Jewish homeland from the Hamas terrorists. May Gd make their task swift and decisive.

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Ernest Aviles,
January 3, 2009 2:36 PM

I would fight along side you.

Israeli soldiers are like guardian angels and I wish I could fight along side of them. What can I do to get to be able to fight with them? I want to help them and help.

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Debora,
January 3, 2009 10:53 AM

Blessings and Strength

May Israel always have help from above!

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levy levokovits,
January 2, 2009 7:21 PM

mi name is levy i live in kibutz kfar aza 1974 today i live in brasil. shalom alechem.

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Mark Glochowsky,
January 2, 2009 5:21 PM

I love you Israel

I love you, Israel. Now and forever. May Hashem protect you and all who fight for you.

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Charlotte,
January 2, 2009 6:12 AM

I have been praying....

and will continue to pray for you Israel. Sending my love in prayers from the state of Alabama U.S.A.....

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sophia abiyael,
January 1, 2009 6:02 PM

prayer

may ha-shem watch over our troops and keep them safe, and may the glory of yisrael shine~

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LHS,
January 1, 2009 9:03 AM

Always support you

May God Bless You Israel...
Destroy the enemy, I will always pray for all of you...

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Uri Yitzchak,
December 31, 2008 3:53 PM

to our soldiers:

May Hashem bless you and guard you. May Hashem make His countenance shine upon you and be gracious to you. May Hashem turn His countenance toward you and grant you peace. AMEN!

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Anonymous,
December 30, 2008 3:59 AM

Everyone all over the world should start praying for our soldiers now.

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Anonymous,
February 20, 2008 5:27 AM

we love and support you

As an evangelical Christian in the U.S. I want you to know that many Christians pray for you every day. You are the heroes of your people and an inspiration to all who love truth and freedom. May G-d protect you always. I would enjoy corresponding with any who want my email address.

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Anonymous,
April 19, 2007 12:22 PM

Respect and honor

I have the utmost respect and honor for the IDF, I am a member of the US Armed Forces, Army, BCT(Brigade Combat Team) I love watching the IDF on the news. If our government would ask us to serve beside you I would do it with honor and be proud of it. Share my email with any IDF soldier, I would love to share experiences and photos of two middle east deployments in the army.Thanks alot.

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Greg Hicks,
August 8, 2006 12:00 AM

We Love You

To everyone in the IDF, we love you. I've never been in the service but I too have lost a dear friend in our fight against terrorisim. Every one of you make me proud and maybe one day I come visit your beautiful land in peace.Please submit my email address to anyone who would like to talk. You are very brave and you WILL win this fight!

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Jerry Roth,
August 3, 2006 12:00 AM

Proud of the IDF

I am a former United States Marine from the Viet Nam era. I know, old huh? I just wanted to say to all IDF soldiers, you make me proud, and were I young enough, it would be my honor to fight these terrorists right along side you men and women. God speed my brothers and sisters in arms!!!! If there is some soldier there that could email me, I would be honored to answer you. Thanks again my friends. Jerome F. Roth former sergeant USMC. Please pass my email address on to an IDF soldier or his or hers family.

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Lawrence G. Clayton,
July 16, 2006 12:00 AM

Israel Stands in the Gap

I, an American, wish to thank the IDF and the stand which is being taken by Israel. My prayers go with you. Israel has stood through the ages and will continue to stand for freedom. I will pray for the peace of Israel.

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Anonymous,
November 23, 2004 12:00 AM

The Israeli Defense Force benefits America

Thanks to the Israeli Defense force, our only true ally in the Middle East is kept in existence. Therefore indirectly we Americans also benefit from their hard work. They deserve to be supported.

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Susan Lee Meites,
October 21, 2003 12:00 AM

May the L-ord empower and protect Israel.

The news again is bad. In one way I wish that the war would escalate so that it might finally end, but that is not realistic. This war is centuries old. I join with the author of this prayer to seek the L-rd's perfect will and protection for Israel. Amen and amen,

I just got married and have an important question: Can we eat rice on Passover? My wife grew up eating it, and I did not. Is this just a matter of family tradition?

The Aish Rabbi Replies:

The Torah instructs a Jew not to eat (or even possess) chametz all seven days of Passover (Exodus 13:3). "Chametz" is defined as any of the five grains (wheat, spelt, barley, oats, and rye) that came into contact with water for more than 18 minutes. Chametz is a serious Torah prohibition, and for that reason we take extra protective measures on Passover to prevent any mistakes.

Hence the category of food called "kitniyot" (sometimes referred to generically as "legumes"). This includes rice, corn, soy beans, string beans, peas, lentils, peanuts, mustard, sesame seeds and poppy seeds. Even though kitniyot cannot technically become chametz, Ashkenazi Jews do not eat them on Passover. Why?

Products of kitniyot often appear like chametz products. For example, it can be hard to distinguish between rice flour (kitniyot) and wheat flour (chametz). Also, chametz grains may become inadvertently mixed together with kitniyot. Therefore, to prevent confusion, all kitniyot were prohibited.

In Jewish law, there is one important distinction between chametz and kitniyot. During Passover, it is forbidden to even have chametz in one's possession (hence the custom of "selling chametz"). Whereas it is permitted to own kitniyot during Passover and even to use it - not for eating - but for things like baby powder which contains cornstarch. Similarly, someone who is sick is allowed to take medicine containing kitniyot.

What about derivatives of kitniyot - e.g. corn oil, peanut oil, etc? This is a difference of opinion. Many will use kitniyot-based oils on Passover, while others are strict and only use olive or walnut oil.

Finally, there is one product called "quinoa" (pronounced "ken-wah" or "kin-o-ah") that is permitted on Passover even for Ashkenazim. Although it resembles a grain, it is technically a grass, and was never included in the prohibition against kitniyot. It is prepared like rice and has a very high protein content. (It's excellent in "cholent" stew!) In the United States and elsewhere, mainstream kosher supervision agencies certify it "Kosher for Passover" -- look for the label.

Interestingly, the Sefardi Jewish community does not have a prohibition against kitniyot. This creates the strange situation, for example, where one family could be eating rice on Passover - when their neighbors will not. So am I going to guess here that you are Ashkenazi and your wife is Sefardi. Am I right?

Yahrtzeit of Rabbi Moses ben Nachman (1194-1270), known as Nachmanides, and by the acronym of his name, Ramban. Born in Spain, he was a physician by trade, but was best-known for authoring brilliant commentaries on the Bible, Talmud, and philosophy. In 1263, King James of Spain authorized a disputation (religious debate) between Nachmanides and a Jewish convert to Christianity, Pablo Christiani. Nachmanides reluctantly agreed to take part, only after being assured by the king that he would have full freedom of expression. Nachmanides won the debate, which earned the king's respect and a prize of 300 gold coins. But this incensed the Church: Nachmanides was charged with blasphemy and he was forced to flee Spain. So at age 72, Nachmanides moved to Jerusalem. He was struck by the desolation in the Holy City -- there were so few Jews that he could not even find a minyan to pray. Nachmanides immediately set about rebuilding the Jewish community. The Ramban Synagogue stands today in Jerusalem's Old City, a living testimony to his efforts.

It's easy to be intimidated by mean people. See through their mask. Underneath is an insecure and unhappy person. They are alienated from others because they are alienated from themselves.

Have compassion for them. Not pity, not condemning, not fear, but compassion. Feel for their suffering. Identify with their core humanity. You might be able to influence them for the good. You might not. Either way your compassion frees you from their destructiveness. And if you would like to help them change, compassion gives you a chance to succeed.

It is the nature of a person to be influenced by his fellows and comrades (Rambam, Hil. De'os 6:1).

We can never escape the influence of our environment. Our life-style impacts upon us and, as if by osmosis, penetrates our skin and becomes part of us.

Our environment today is thoroughly computerized. Computer intelligence is no longer a science-fiction fantasy, but an everyday occurrence. Some computers can even carry out complete interviews. The computer asks questions, receives answers, interprets these answers, and uses its newly acquired information to ask new questions.

Still, while computers may be able to think, they cannot feel. The uniqueness of human beings is therefore no longer in their intellect, but in their emotions.

We must be extremely careful not to allow ourselves to become human computers that are devoid of feelings. Our culture is in danger of losing this essential aspect of humanity, remaining only with intellect. Because we communicate so much with unfeeling computers, we are in danger of becoming disconnected from our own feelings and oblivious to the feelings of others.

As we check in at our jobs, and the computer on our desk greets us with, "Good morning, Mr. Smith. Today is Wednesday, and here is the agenda for today," let us remember that this machine may indeed be brilliant, but it cannot laugh or cry. It cannot be happy if we succeed, or sad if we fail.

Today I shall...

try to remain a human being in every way - by keeping in touch with my own feelings and being sensitive to the feelings of others.

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